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Which part of the body is affected by renal pathology?
Which part of the body is affected by renal pathology?
- Liver
- Lungs
- Kidney (correct)
- Heart
What is the function of the kidney?
What is the function of the kidney?
- Regulates blood sugar levels
- Produces red blood cells
- Filters waste products from the blood (correct)
- Secretes digestive enzymes
What is the functional unit of the kidney?
What is the functional unit of the kidney?
- Nephron (correct)
- Bladder
- Glomerulus
- Ureter
What is the weight of each adult kidney?
What is the weight of each adult kidney?
What percentage of the body weight do both kidneys make up?
What percentage of the body weight do both kidneys make up?
Flashcards
Renal Pathology
Renal Pathology
The kidney is the part of the body affected by renal pathology.
Kidney Function
Kidney Function
Kidneys filter waste products from the blood.
Nephron
Nephron
The nephron is the functional unit of the kidney.
Kidney Weight
Kidney Weight
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Kidney Weight Percentage
Kidney Weight Percentage
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Study Notes
Renal Pathology
- The kidneys are affected by renal pathology.
Kidney Function
- The kidneys filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, regulating electrolyte levels and blood pressure.
- They also produce hormones that help produce red blood cells, promote bone health, and regulate blood pressure.
Kidney Structure
- The functional unit of the kidney is the nephron.
Kidney Characteristics
- Each adult kidney weighs approximately 125-150 grams.
- Both kidneys together make up about 0.5% of the total body weight.
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